What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officers position at County of Pamlico?
**DETENTION OFFICER**
**GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES**
Salary Range: $38,600 - $64,472
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
**GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES**
- Performs protective service work processing inmates, maintaining Detention Center security, transporting inmates to court, medical and related facilities.
- Employees perform inmate detention, care, security, and release work in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Work includes the observation and accompaniment of inmates inside the Detention Center, transporting inmates, and related care and record keeping requirements.
- Employees must exercise independent initiative and judgment in making decision regarding inmates in their custody, with suicidal, violent, or mentally unstable tendencies, and in dealing with attorneys, families, and other.
- Work involves exercising tact, firmness, and decisiveness in handling routine and emergency situations.
- Work is performed under the regular supervision of a supervisor and evaluated through observation, review of reports, periodic discussions concerning how particular incidents were handled and adherence to Detention Center policies and procedures.
- Ensures the safety and security of inmates within the Detention Center; patrols areas periodically to ensure security of inmates and maintain order; conducts head counts, resolves conflicts performs cell searches and removes dangerous and unruly inmates, as necessary.
- Receives and processes inmates into custody of the Detention Center; searches inmates; takes charge of personal property; provides opportunities for inmates to call attorney or relatives; advises inmates on Detention Center rules and regulations.
- Operates electronic door system and control panel; maintains key and radio control.
- Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene, and related activities for conformance to Detention Center rules, regulations and procedures.
- Escorts and transports inmates to court and other required appointments.
- Delivers food to inmates, removes trays and food carts.
- Distributes medication to inmates as prescribed or directed; contacts nurse in medical emergencies.
- Records visits; ensures the safety and security of visitors; inspects items brought into the Detention Center; checks incoming and outgoing mail.
- Receives, receipts and accounts for funds deposited into inmate accounts.
- Prepares and maintains logs, reports, and records; organizes files; answers telephone; contacts other agencies; responds to inquiries.
- Performs general maintenance and cleaning of the Detention Center; ensures Detention Center equipment is functioning properly; reports maintenance issues.
- Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license upon hire.
- Obtain N.C. Correction Officer Certification within one year of employment.
- Must be at least 21 years old at date of hire.
Salary Range: $38,600 - $64,472
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- REQUIRED: Complete NC State application -PD107**[https://oshr.nc.gov/pd107-2023pdf/open](https://oshr.nc.gov/pd107-2023pdf/open){rel="noopener" target="_blank"}Incomplete applications may be rejected.Although accompanying cover letters/resumes are welcome, these attachments do not replace the need to complete a full application.
- Delivery Options:
- Mail: Pamlico County Personnel Office, P.O. Box 776, Bayboro, NC 28515
- Hand-deliver: Personnel Office at 302 Main St., Bayboro, NC
- E-mail:[amanda.carey@pamlicocounty.org]{rel="noopener" target="_blank"}
Salary : $38,600 - $64,472